1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra 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 71 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Dedra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |