1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana. 1987 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Santana |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |