1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 15 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. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Laputa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |