1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
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 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
