1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 609 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 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 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Today |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |