1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 17 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 323 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
