1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 165 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
