1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323. 1998 Mazda 323 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
