1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 22 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 235 kg more 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
