1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 31 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
