1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
