1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 111 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
