1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
