1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |