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1997 PreludeHonda redesigned its sport coupe for 1997. Again front-wheel drive with a 4-cylinder engine, Prelude rode a 1.4-inch longer wheelbase than...
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Honda redesigned its sport coupe for 1997. Again front-wheel drive with a 4-cylinder engine, Prelude rode a 1.4-inch longer wheelbase than before, and measured 3.2 inches longer overall. Curb weight rose by 145 pounds. Interior dimensions changed only slightly, but trunk space expanded by nearly one cubic foot. Basic 2-door notchback styling continued from the 1992-96 generation, but traditional analog gauges replaced vacuum-fluorescent instruments. Only base and SH editions went on sale, each equipped with a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder that employed Hondas variable-valve-timing technology. Running on premium fuel, the engine developed 195 horsepower with 5-speed manual shift, but only 190 horses when equipped with an automatic transmission. Offered only on base Preludes, the automatic transmission gained a new manual-shift feature, called Sequential SportShift. The gear selector lever could be left in Drive for regular automatic shifting, or tipped forward or backward to permit manual gear selection.The SH model we
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The Best FWD Car!!!
Pros: DOHC VTEC Engine,Slick shifting transmission, Suspension,Excellent driving position,ATTS,Factory sound system,High speed stability,Superb handling Cons: Need a 6th gear for cruising gear & "Civic" like center console Bottom Line: Brilliance for less
Pros: Fun; Cheap; Reliable; Powerful; Not silly "edgy"; VTEC Cons: Not roomy; Flat power-curve (good, but takes getting used to) Bottom Line: >5300RPM = Big Smile
Pros: great engine note, good handling, good looking Cons: small back seat, no climate control, inadequate power steering, expensive Read More at Epinions.com 5th Generation Prelude - Another Honda Success!
Pros: EXTREME power, handling, overall responsiveness, and good looks! Cons: Civic-like interior is a bit of a turn off. Stock stereo = no bass. Bottom Line: Great VTEC engine and handling
Pros: Aggressive VTEC engine, fun to drive, superb handling and ride Cons: Interior quality craftmanship, lack of features, cramped back seats, too simple dashboard. Bottom Line: Fun, reliable, fast, and did I mention fun?
Pros: Build quality, speed, handling, great engine note Cons: Hard to avoid speeding tickets, awkward driving position Bottom Line: Excellent Car!
Pros: Excellent Ride, engine lasts forever, looks great and quick Cons: A/C comes on when front defroster is turned on. Stickers are coming off door handles. Bottom Line: VTEC, great handling...tell me more!
Pros: good power, great handling, what more could you want in this price range? Cons: small back-seat if you need it, insurance costs Bottom Line: A Honda Boxter!
Pros: Great Handleing,style,engine, fun to drive Cons: Ugly interior Bottom Line: Base Model Screamer
Pros: Great Engine with Excellent Quality Cons: Transmission gearing too short Read More at Epinions.com |
