1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Chante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
