1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 7 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 629 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 545 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.

Because 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Prelude 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Honda Lotec
Model Prelude Testa de Oro
Year Released 1990 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1958 cc 4942 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1650 kg


 

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