1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |