1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 9 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Holden Cruze 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze. 2001 Holden Cruze 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. 2001 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Prelude | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
