1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 952 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 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude. 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2875 mm |
