1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 447 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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |