1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 215 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 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | Tango |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |