1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 240 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 347 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 195 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |