1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 14 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 355 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 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |