1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 13 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 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 45 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
