1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1988 Mazda 929 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 1988 Mazda 929. 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 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
