1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Zastava 750

To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 750 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 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 468 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Zastava 750 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 1978 Zastava 750. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Prelude 1978 Zastava 750
Make Honda Zastava
Model Prelude 750
Year Released 1991 1978
Engine Size 1958 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 159 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2010 mm


 

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