1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Isuzu Minx 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 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | Minx |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
