2002 Honda Capa vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Capa | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
