1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 112 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |