1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
