1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 Rover P5
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 P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | P5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
