1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 593 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Bolero 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Prelude | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1698 kg |
