1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Prelude | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |