1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 713 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
