1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 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 (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Tribute |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |