1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion tC weights approximately 73 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2012 Scion tC 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 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Prelude | tC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
