1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 2005 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Honda | Pagani |
Model | Prelude | Zonda |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 750 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |