1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord 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 27 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1976 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
