1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 19 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Versa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |