1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Prelude | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
