1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2001 Nissan Altima 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. 2001 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
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 | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |