1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Yaris |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |