2007 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Prelude |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |