1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
