2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 204 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
