1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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 Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Life |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |