1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 229 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |