1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
