1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1000 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.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lexus RX (317 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Prelude | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Prelude | RX |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 291 HP |
Torque | 159 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |