1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
