1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 87 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
