2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 530 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
