1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 510 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.
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, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 171 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
