1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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, 2004 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |