1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 570 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Prelude | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2909 mm |