1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |