1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |