1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 20 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Levante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |