1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Prelude | Coupe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1235 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |