1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 21 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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 (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
