1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 394 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
