1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 745 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
