1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
