1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1025 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 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
