1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Prelude | Cresta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |