1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Cervo 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 846 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Cervo 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 1982 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
