1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1982 Honda Prelude | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Prelude | Avanti |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |