1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 29 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
