1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 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), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |