1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Prelude | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
