1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 683 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prelude | Impala |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
