1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 219 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.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
