1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 189 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1995 Saturn SC 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. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Prelude | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
