1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Soarer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |