1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 580 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Forester |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |