1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Prius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
