1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1998 Tata E 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 1998 Tata E. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Prelude | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
