1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Prelude | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 791 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |