1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
