1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 1985 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
