2000 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 226 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.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
