1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 24 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |