2004 BMW 118 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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. Both 2004 BMW 118 and 1993 Honda Prelude are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2004 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
