1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
