1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
