1999 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Prelude |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |