1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 141 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 1993 Mazda AZ-1 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 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
