1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 59 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |