1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |