1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 371 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2002 Toyota Avalon 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. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
