1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Prelude | Cooper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |