1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 15 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | B4000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |