1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
