2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 775 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
