1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 12 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 244 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.
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, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 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 | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2639 mm |