1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Acura CL
To start off, both 1997 Honda Prelude and 1997 Acura CL were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Acura CL. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura CL weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1997 Acura CL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2715 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
