1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 98 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
