1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 223 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
