2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
