1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 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.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |