1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | RunX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
