1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Altima |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |