1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Honda Life

To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 23 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Prelude 2005 Honda Life
Make Honda Honda
Model Prelude Life
Year Released 1982 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2370 mm


 

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