1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 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 (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Prelude | BLS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |