1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 6 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 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 (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Prelude | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
