Honda Prelude The 1st generation Prelude was introduced in Japan on November 24, 1978. Though the drivetrain was shared with the Accord, Prelude found its home as a two-door, FWD specialty vehicle. At 4090mm(length) x 1635mm (width) x 1290mm (height), it had quite a low and wide profile. The wheelbase was 2320 mm and 60 mm shorter than that of the original Accord. The Accord-shared engine was the model EK and 4 cylinder, SOHC, 1751 cc CVCC.
Engine Type CVCC Advanced Stratified Charge, 4- Cylinder, In-Line, SOHC
Displacement(cc/cu. in.) 1751/107
Horsepower@rpm(SAE) 72@4500
Torque(lb-ft.@rpm) 94@3500
Compression Ratio 8.0:1
Ignition System Transistor- Controlled Electronic
Carburetion 3-Barrel Downdraft Carburetor
Cooling Liquid-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled Electric Fan
It made use of an engine oil cooler and transistor- controlled ignition system and the MT pushed out 90ps. 4-wheel independent struts were used. Leather seats were offered as an option and the infamous electronic sunroof was (surprisingly) included as a standard option in some models. The AT started out with only 2 gears, but by October 1979, Honda added a 3-speed AT with the final gear as the OD. Even the 1st generation Prelude received many compliments on its ability to handle well.
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E agora <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :[deal] --><img src=http://www.deephousepage.com/smilies/deal.gif ALT=":[deal]"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> a listagem das caracteristicas técnicas e outras:
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong> 1979 Honda Prelude </strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Engine</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
Type: CVCC Advanced Stratified Charge, 4-Cylinder, In-Line, SOHC
Displacement(cc/cu. in.) 1751/107
Horsepower@rpm(SAE net MT/AT) 72@4500/68@4500
Torque(lb-ft.@rpm) 94@3000/94@3500
Compression Ratio 8.0:1
Ignition System: Electronic
Carburetion: 3-Barrel Downdraft Carburetor
Cooling: Liquid-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled Electric Fan
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Drivetrain</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
Type: Front-Wheel Drive
Manual Transmission: 5-Speed, All Forward Gears Sychromesh
Automatic Transmission: 2-Manually Selected Forward Speeds with Torque Converter
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Body/Suspension/Chassis</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
Body Type: Unit Body
Suspension: 4-Wheel Independent
Suspension - Front & Rear MacPherson Struts With Coil Springs and Integral Shock Absorbers
Steering: Rack & Pinion
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock 3.26
Brakes: Power Assisted with Dual Diagonal Circuits
Brakes - Front Disc-Self Adjusting
Brakes - Rear Drum-Self Adjusting
Tires: All-Season 175/70 SR13 Steel-Belted Radial Ply Blackwall
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Exterior Dimensions</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
Wheelbase(in.) 91.3
Length(in.) 161.4
Height(in.) 51.0
Width(in.) 64.4
Tread(in.,front/rear) 55.1/55.5
Curb Weight(lbs.,MT/AT) 2106/2110
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Standard Features</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
CVCC Advanced Stratified Charge Engine
Electronic Ignition
Front-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Rack and Pinion Steering
Negative Steering Roll Radius
Power-Assisted Front Disc Brakes
Dual Diagonal Brake Circuits
Steel-Belted Radial Ply Blackwall Tires
Bright Metal Wheel Trim Rings
Power-Operated Moonroof with Sunshade
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Unique Controls
Tachometer
Electronic Warning System
Maintenance Reminder
Low Fuel Warning Light
Digital Clock
Cigarette Lighter
Glove Box Light
Two Speed Plus Intermittent Wipers
Rear Window Defroster
Side Window Defrosters
Tinted Glass
Rectangular Headlights with Snow Drains
Trip Odometer
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Coin Box with Lid
Stowage Boxes in Rear Seat Side Panels
Stowage Box in Center Console
Fully Reclining Front Bucket Seats
Full Carpeting
Combination Light Switch on Steering Column
Inside Hood Release
Remote Trunk Lid Release and Interior Light
Trunk Stowage Boxes
Protective Body Side Mouldings
Plastic Corrosion-Resistant Fender Liners
Vanity Mirror-R. Sun Visor
Passenger Assist Handle-Right Windshield Post
Mud Flaps-Front Wheels
<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Exterior/Interior Colors</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->
Tudor Red Metallic/Ivory
Inverness Blue Black Metallic/Red
St. Moritz Silver Metallic/Red
E agora uma curiosidade:
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<p></p><i>Edited by: <A HREF=http://p086.ezboard.com/bamigosdosjaponesesantigos.showUserPublicProfile?gid=umtali>Umtali</A> at: 27/10/07 23:58
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