1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 61 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |