1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (277 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 283 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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
