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Honda Prelude SN (1979–1983) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1979 - 1983
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Body Style
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Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
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Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 80 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Honda Prelude SN overview
The Honda Prelude (SN) is the 1st generation of the Prelude, built from 1979 to 1983. It is offered as a Coupe with 1 engine (petrol), from 80 HP. The 1.6 (80 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.3 s, reaches a top speed of 165 km/h and is 4090 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Honda Prelude have?
The Honda Prelude (SN) has 80 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Vtec (80 HP).
What engines are available for the Honda Prelude?
The Honda Prelude is available with 1 engine: 1.6 Vtec (80 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Honda Prelude?
The Honda Prelude is 4090 mm long, 1635 mm wide, 1295 mm tall, with a 2320 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Honda Prelude?
The Honda Prelude 1.6 (80 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.3 s and has a top speed of 165 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Honda Prelude I Coupe SN |
|---|---|
| Year | 1979–1983 |
| Platform | Honda Prelude |
| Variant | 1.6 (80 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 80 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5300 rpm |
| Torque | 127 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3500 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 165 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 13.3 s |
| 0–62 mph | 13.3 s |
Engine
| Engine code | EL |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1602 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 77.0 mm |
| Stroke | 86.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 L |
| Coolant | 7.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | manual |
| Gearbox manufacturer | honda |
Dimensions
| Length | 4090 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1635 mm |
| Height | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2320 mm |
| Front track | 1400 mm |
| Rear track | 1410 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.0 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 920 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1360 kg |
| Max load | 440 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 50.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Mcpherson Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1979 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1983 |
| Front Overhang | 860 |
| Rear Overhang | 910 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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