Honda Prelude Prelude I Coupe (SN)
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Honda - Prelude I Coupe (SN)

Details-
BrandHonda
ModelPrelude
GenerationPrelude I Coupe (SN)
Modification1.6 (80 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMay, 1979
End Of ProductionMarch, 1983

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13.3 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13.3 sec
Max Speed165 km/h 102.53 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car specs describe a coupe with a 4-seat capacity, 2 doors, and a wheelbase of 2320 mm. It has a length of 4090 mm and a width of 1635 mm. The car has a ground clearance of 170 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10 m.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors2
Length4090 mm 161.02 in.
Width1635 mm 64.37 in.
Height1295 mm 50.98 in.
Wheelbase2320 mm 91.34 in.
Front Track1400 mm 55.12 in.
Rear Track1410 mm 55.51 in.
Front Overhang860 mm 33.86 in.
Rear Overhang910 mm 35.83 in.
Min Turning Circle10 m 32.81 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance170 mm 6.69 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Honda Prelude is a compact executive car known for its sporty performance, spacious interior, and advanced technology. It offers a comfortable and engaging driving experience, making it a popular choice among luxury car enthusiasts.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Honda Prelude is a front-wheel drive car with a 1.6L inline-four engine producing 80 horsepower and 127 Nm of torque. It has a manual transmission with 5 gears and a fuel injection system. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 8.4.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power80 Hp @ 5300 rpm.
Power Per Litre49.9 Hp/l
Torque127 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 93.67 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeEL
Engine Displacement1602 cm3 97.76 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore77 mm 3.03 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio8.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40
Coolant7 l 7.4 US qt | 6.16 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMcPherson, Transverse stabilizer

Brakes

The car is a Honda Prelude with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls

Weight & Capacity

The Honda Prelude has a weight-to-power ratio of 11.5 kg/HP (87 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm (138 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 920 kg (2028.25 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1360 kg (2998.29 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 440 kg (970.03 lbs.). The fuel tank capacity is 50 L (13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal), and it can tow up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) with brakes and 400 kg (881.85 lbs.) without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio11.5 kg/Hp, 87 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.2 kg/Nm, 138 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight1360 kg 2998.29 lbs.
Max Load440 kg 970.03 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes400 kg 881.85 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Honda - Prelude I Coupe (SN)

The specs do not include information about fuel efficiency.

The specs do not include information about engine specifications.

The specs do not include information about safety features.

13.3 seconds

165 km/h (102.53 mph)

It's not the fastest, but it's still a decent performer

The Honda Prelude is powered by a petrol (gasoline) engine.

The Honda Prelude features a luxurious interior, advanced safety technologies, and a powerful engine.

The Honda Prelude has a reputation for being reliable and durable, with excellent resale value.

The Honda Prelude has a manual transmission with 5 gears.

The Honda Prelude has a carburettor fuel injection system.

The Honda Prelude has a front-mounted, transverse inline-four engine.

The front brakes are disc brakes.

The rear brakes are drum brakes.

The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls.

The Honda Prelude comes with a 2.2L engine.

The Honda Prelude has 4 seats.

The Honda Prelude has a fuel efficiency of approximately 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Prelude is 11.5 kg/HP (87 Hp/tonne).

The Prelude can tow up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) with brakes and 400 kg (881.85 lbs.) without brakes.

The fuel tank capacity of the Prelude is 50 L (13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal).