1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 16 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2002 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Prelude | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
