1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 12 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Prelude | 6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |