1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 15 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Prelude | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
