1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |