1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Honda NSX

To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 480 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 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Prelude 1997 Honda NSX
Make Honda Honda
Model Prelude NSX
Year Released 1982 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1750 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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