1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 17 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
Because 2009 Ascari A10 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 2009 Ascari A10. 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Honda | Ascari |
Model | Prelude | A10 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2636 mm |