1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 829 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 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2010 Acura MDX 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. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | MDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
