1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia 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 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 519 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
