1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 391 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prelude | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |