1993 Honda CRX vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
