1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 850 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.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Prelude | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
