1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 268 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 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2011 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
