1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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, both vehicles can yield 142 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |