2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 359 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Zafira | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
