1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 18 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 360 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 2000 Pagani Zonda 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Honda | Pagani |
Model | Prelude | Zonda |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |