1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Prelude | ATS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
