1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 715 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Montero |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |