1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 175 kg more 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |