1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Armada |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |