1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 70 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Etude |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
