1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 26 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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |