1985 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
