1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Vectra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |