1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | NP300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |