1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
