1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 946 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 Zenvo ST1. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1221 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Honda | Zenvo |
| Model | Prelude | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3055 mm |
