2000 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |