1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 17 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL 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.
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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 1999 Acura TL 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. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | TL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
