1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1100 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.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
