1985 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1985 AC Cobra 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 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Prelude |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |