1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1966 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 1966 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 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 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | P5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |