1990 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 3 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX 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 1990 Honda NSX. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
