1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 820. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 820 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Rover 820. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 820. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 820 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
