1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 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 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
