1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 781 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | B3000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |