1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 50 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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | 45 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |