1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
