1996 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |