1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
