1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 8 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 800 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 1990 Tatra T613 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 1990 Tatra T613. 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Prelude | T613 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2990 mm |