1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (155 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |