1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |