1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 671 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
