1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 204 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |