1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 56 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1992 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
