1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 10 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 365 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 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 2002 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Prelude | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
