1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 75 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 371 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |