1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |