1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 433 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Primera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |