1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 353 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Prelude | Marina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 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 | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
