1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Prelude | 904 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |