1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1269 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prelude | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 119 L |
