2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Muse | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
