1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |