1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Highlander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |