1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |