1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa.
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 Toyota Opa (202 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2001 Toyota Opa 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 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Opa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
