1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 14 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 70 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 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Prelude | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
