1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 81 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Vitara |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |