2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 897 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Vanquish | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 321 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 | 1875 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |