1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante

To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 11 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Prelude 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Prelude Diamante
Year Released 1991 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 159 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2730 mm


 

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