1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 131 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
