1989 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
