1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
