2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
