1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |