1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 17 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
