1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 354 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
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 | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |