1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Rapier 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 28 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1973 Sunbeam Rapier 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 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1973 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Prelude | Rapier |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |