1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
