1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 260 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Sentra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |