1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
