1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 33 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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 130 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Splash |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
