1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 295 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Frontier |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |