2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 63 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |