1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Versa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |