1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 22 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
