1995 Acura Legend vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 3 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 285 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | Prelude |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |