1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 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 18 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 3 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 1967 Porsche 912. 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 912 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
