1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 244 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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 (214 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 912 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
