1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3710 mm |