1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | CRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
