1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 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 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
