1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | Exeo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2642 mm |