1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
