1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 weights approximately 205 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 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |