2008 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |