1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 12 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), 2004 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 133 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Dion |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |