1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prelude | 98 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
