1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 54 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (218 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 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 | 1236 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
