1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2970 mm |
