1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 316 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
