1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Prelude | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
