1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Prelude | Chamois |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2090 mm |