1994 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
