1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
