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Which Honda Prelude has VTEC?

The 1993-1996 Prelude VTEC was one of the earliest examples of Honda’s famed variable valve timing technology available in the U.S., and pushed the H22A1 2.2-liter four-cylinder to an impressive 187 horsepower and 153 lb-ft of torque, enough for a 0-60 mph run of around seven seconds—commendable scoot for a naturally …

Is a Honda Prelude a sports car?

The Honda Prelude is a sport compact car which was produced by Japanese car manufacturer Honda from 1978 until 2001. The two-door coupe was loosely derived from the Honda Accord and spanned five generations.

How much do Preludes go for?

At the time of release, the 2001 Honda Prelude was worth around $25,000 in today’s money. Now, you can purchase a second-hand Prelude for anywhere between $2,000 to $6,000.

Is Honda Prelude FWD or RWD?

The Honda Prelude is front-wheel drive. Most modern cars have front-wheel drive. Typically, the engine and transmission in FWD cars are mounted at the front of the vehicles transversely, and these parts send power to the front two wheels, which pull the vehicle on their own.

How long will a Honda Prelude last?

Re: How long will a Prelude last? I am doing my rebuild at 137,000 miles but that is because the previous owners did not take care of it at all. It is a Honda motor, it can easily last up to 200-250k miles when slightly abused and 500k if driven right its whole life.

When did the Honda Prelude first come out in Japan?

First generation (1978–1982) On 24 November 1978, the Prelude was launched to the Japanese market. It had its world premier at the 1979 AutoRAI in Amsterdam, two months later. In Japan it was only available at the newly established dealership sales channel Honda Verno.

What are the competitors of the Honda Prelude?

Prelude competitors included the Toyota Celica, the Nissan Silvia and the Mitsubishi Eclipse. Production of the Prelude concluded in 2001 upon the introduction of the fourth-generation Integra .

What kind of wheels does a Honda Prelude have?

The Prelude was only available in three models for Canada and two models for the US (the Base and Type SH). All models came with 16-inch alloy wheels and 200HP (203 PS). The 2.0i and JDM Si trims came with 195/60 R15 steel wheel, and the JDM Xi came with 14″ steel wheels.

What’s the difference between a 1992 Prelude and a standard prelude?

The 1992 Prelude incorporated other design features that had also become the “Prelude standard”. The rear end was rounded and fairly high in comparison to the previous square trunk line. The front fascia of the car became wider with fixed headlights.