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Honda Prelude

General information

ModelHonda Prelude
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1997 ccm (121.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1997 ccm (121.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power133.00 PS (98 kW or 131 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque179.00 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.0 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
0-50 miles6.1 seconds
0-60 miles7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1077 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4440 litres (1,173 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1235 kg (2,722.7 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width2020 mm (79.5 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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