2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
