1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2004 Opel Frontera 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. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
