1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
