1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Prelude | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |