Honda Prelude Prelude III (BA)
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Honda - Prelude III (BA)

Details-
BrandHonda
ModelPrelude
GenerationPrelude III (BA)
Modification2.0 i EX 16V (150 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMay, 1987
End Of ProductionAugust, 1989

Performance

The Honda Prelude has an acceleration of 0-100 km/h at 7.9 seconds and a maximum speed of 212 km/h (131.73 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh7.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph7.9 sec
Max Speed212 km/h 131.73 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Honda Prelude is a compact sports coupe with a length of 4460 mm, width of 1695 mm, and height of 1295 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2565 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.4 m. It has 2 doors and can seat 4 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors2
Length4460 mm 175.59 in.
Width1695 mm 66.73 in.
Height1295 mm 50.98 in.
Wheelbase2565 mm 100.98 in.
Front Track1480 mm 58.27 in.
Rear Track1470 mm 57.87 in.
Min Turning Circle10.4 m 34.12 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Honda Prelude is a petrol-powered car with an impressive fuel efficiency in both urban and extra-urban driving conditions. It consumes 11.3 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in urban areas and 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban11.3 l/100 km 20.82 US mpg 25 UK mpg 8.85 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban6.6 l/100 km 35.64 US mpg 42.8 UK mpg 15.15 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Honda Prelude is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine, producing 150 horsepower and 180 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and a double wishbone suspension system. The engine has a compression ratio of 10.5 and uses multi-port manifold injection.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power150 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre76.6 Hp/l
Torque180 Nm @ 5500 rpm. 132.76 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeB20A
Engine Displacement1958 cm3 119.48 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore81 mm 3.19 in.
Piston Stroke95 mm 3.74 in.
Compression Ratio10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-40
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer

Brakes

The car in question is a Prelude, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type with hydraulic power steering. The tire size is 195/60 R14, and the wheel rims are 5.5J x 14. The car also comes equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for added safety.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size195/60 R14
Wheel Rims Size5.5J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Honda Prelude has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.3 kg/Hp (137 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.1 kg/Nm (164.4 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1095 kg (2414.06 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1620 kg (3571.49 lbs.). The car has a trunk/boot space of 380 l (13.42 cu. ft.), a fuel tank capacity of 60 l (15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal), and a maximum roof load of 75 kg (165.35 lbs.). The permitted trailer load with brakes is 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs.) and without brakes is 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.). The permitted towbar download is 50 kg (110.23 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.3 kg/Hp, 137 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.1 kg/Nm, 164.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1095 kg 2414.06 lbs.
Max Weight1620 kg 3571.49 lbs.
Max Load525 kg 1157.43 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum380 l 13.42 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Max Roof Load75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download50 kg 110.23 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Honda - Prelude III (BA)

4460 mm

2

10.4 m

The Prelude accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The maximum speed of the Prelude is 212 km/h (131.73 mph).

The Prelude has a decent acceleration and top speed for its class, making it a well-rounded choice for drivers seeking a balance of performance and practicality.

The Honda Prelude runs on petrol (gasoline).

The Honda Prelude consumes 11.3 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in urban areas.

The Honda Prelude consumes 6.6 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.

The engine displacement of the Honda Prelude is 1958 cm3 or 119.48 cu. in.

The transmission type of the Honda Prelude is 5-speed manual.

The drive type of the Honda Prelude is front-wheel drive.

The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.

The car uses a rack and pinion steering system with hydraulic power steering.

The tire size for this car is 195/60 R14.

The Prelude is a 2-door coupe.

The Prelude typically has a 2.2L or 2.3L engine.

No, the Prelude is not considered a luxury car, but it does offer a high level of standard features and a comfortable ride.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Honda Prelude is 7.3 kg/Hp (137 Hp/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the Honda Prelude is 60 l (15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal).

The permitted trailer load of the Honda Prelude is 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs.) with brakes and 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.) without brakes.