1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 121 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2007 Subaru Outback 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. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
