1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Lancer |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |