1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 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 56 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
