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Honda Prelude

General information

ModelHonda Prelude
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 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 power132.80 PS (98 kW or 131 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque178.00 Nm (18.2 kgf-m or 131.3 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
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

Power/weight ratio0.1071 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1242 kg (2,738.1 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
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