1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 22 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
