1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra 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 95 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | Integra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
