1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 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 1 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1978 Zastava 132 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 1978 Zastava 132. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Prelude | 132 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
