2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
