1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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 (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Today |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |