1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. Both 1999 Honda Prelude and 1993 Toyota MR2 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |