1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa is newer by 28 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, 2012 Nissan Versa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Versa weights approximately 140 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Versa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1115 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
