1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |