1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 28 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |