1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1255 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
