1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Because 1988 TVR Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 TVR Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Prelude | Type S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |
