1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
