1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 858 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Prelude | Enclave |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |