1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 132 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 323 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |