1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 15 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 TVR Tamora 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 2002 TVR Tamora. 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Prelude | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
