1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |