1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 76 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |