1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 31 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |