1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 645 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Prelude | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
