1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
