1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Celica weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
