1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 69 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
