1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
