1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 8 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2005 Honda Legend 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. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Legend |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |