1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 20 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |