1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 5 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante 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 (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante 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. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Levante |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |