1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Altima |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |