1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 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.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |