1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Triumph Toledo 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 1972 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
