1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 17 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 92 L |
