1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Prelude | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
