1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 706 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, 2005 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Avalon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |