1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1951 Rover P4 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
