1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 17 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | 45 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |