1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |