1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 1956 Rover P4 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Prelude | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | P4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |