1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 510 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Vectra |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |