1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
