1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 237 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Prelude | Fabia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |