1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
