1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
