1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 46 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
