1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra 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 63 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Micra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
