1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 195 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 1999 Rover 75 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. 1999 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
