1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 15 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan C 52 weights approximately 291 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
