2009 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 379 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
