1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 9 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Tata E220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Tata E220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Prelude | E220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |