1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 123 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |