1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1957 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | P4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |