1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 22 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Fit |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |