1999 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 2 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 241 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.
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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Prelude |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |