1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Prelude 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Honda Toyota
Model Prelude Tundra
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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