1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |