1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 275 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 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2003 Mazda Tribute 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. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Honda Prelude | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Tribute |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |