1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 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 49 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lada 1200 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 1979 Lada 1200. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Prelude | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Prelude | 1200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |