1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 537 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Altima |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |