1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
