1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 85 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
