1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 465 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Prelude | C5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |