1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 1996 Toyota MR2. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |