1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 205 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2008 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | 45 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |