1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 559 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (360 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Primera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |