2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |