1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 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 (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
