1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1991 Honda Prelude and 1988 Honda Prelude are equipped with a 1,958 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Prelude | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Prelude |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |