1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 28 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 285 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Prius |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |