1997 Acura Integra vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
