1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Tribute |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |