1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Versa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2601 mm |