1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
Because 2001 TVR Tamora 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 2001 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Prelude | Tamora |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |