1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 11 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Grandis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |