1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Jimny |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |