1986 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 1 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 385 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Prelude |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |