1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Bigua | Prelude |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |