1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Terrano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |