1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Trevi |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |