1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 497 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |