1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 440 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3100 mm |