1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |