1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 1984 Nissan Cedric. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1984 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Cedric |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |