1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 429 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
