1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 132 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 25 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Zastava 132 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 Zastava 132. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Prelude | 132 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
