1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Sentra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |