1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
