1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 149 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.
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, 2008 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
