1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 493 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
