1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 461 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prelude | Toronado |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |