1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
