2008 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
