1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1984 Nissan Prairie is newer by 2 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 28 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
