1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | P4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
