1994 Acura Integra vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
