1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 357 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 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Prelude | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |