1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Yaris |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |