1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 MG ZS
To start off, 2003 MG ZS is newer by 13 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZS weights approximately 230 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, 2003 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2003 MG ZS | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Prelude | ZS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
