1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 10 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Prelude | I |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |