1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1999 Nissan Z 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 1999 Nissan Z. 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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
