1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1225 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.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prelude | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
