1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 792 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
