1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
