1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 5 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 1995 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Prelude | SL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
