2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nubira | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |