1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 15 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, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZR weights approximately 15 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, 2005 MG ZR (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Prelude | ZR |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
