2004 Acura EL vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 12 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | EL | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
