1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Toyota Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Century 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 1989 Toyota Century. 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, 1989 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Century |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |