1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1992 Honda Prelude and 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 150 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 1992 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. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |