1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 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 1972 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
