2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
