1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 50 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
