1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 53 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Prelude | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |