1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera 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 86 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1995 Opel Frontera 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 (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
