1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 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 13 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Primera weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Primera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |