1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
