1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 348 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Cube |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |