1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 495 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
