1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 610 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 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | CR-V |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |