1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Solstice |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |