1992 Honda Prelude VTEC 2.2

Summary:

High (Peformance) luxury bargain

Faults:

Sports mode on gearbox is a bit dodgy, but I never use this anyway because it chews the fuel.

General Comments:

This car has about the best handling you can get for a front wheel drive car, whilst (mantaining) good comfort levels. I drive it hard and have never got out of shape - its very safe. Traction control is brilliant.

The 197bhp engine screams to 7500rpm and wants to keep going, brilliant acceleration whatever gear. Will hit the 112mph speed limiter in 3rd (import). First gear is a bit long though (50mph), and acceleration struggles in lower RPMs, but above 30mph and this thing shifts. Shifting from 1st to 2nd misses the VTEC slightly and therefore impairs acceleration for a moment (also 3rd to 4th), but you can always keep it in gear for a little bit longer.

The dash looks a bit like kit, but I love it, also everything is digital/electric (even the heating system). There is no room in the back at all, but the boot is OK.

I love everything about this car especially the looks, but the automatic does my nut in sometimes, so I'm going to get the same car as a manual, then it will be even faster!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th June, 2002

6th May 2005, 19:11

Honda is nothing. the 92 saab 9000 cs sitting in my garage is pushing 220 hp and its stock. performance chip will knock it up to 265 hp.

20th Jun 2005, 16:32

I don't think anyone in a Prelude forum cares about Saab. Anyways, you're lucky, in the states we didn't get the VTEC until a few years later, just after I had purchased an Si. I don't like the 5 speed too much, highway cruising @ 80mph is at like 4000rpm. It needs another gear.

28th Oct 2005, 17:10

Saab? That Saab probably has about a 1000lbs. on the Prelude. Making it much slower, or at best equal with the Honda.

25th Feb 2009, 00:45

The Saab has a turbo, a Prelude does not need a turbo to have as much as power. Find the error.

17th Jun 2009, 01:27

His turbo car is slower then a natural air induction engine. Vtec is like a turbo without a turbo, Saab wishes it has this kind of efficiency. Still today, almost 20 years later, 4 cyl american engine are far from 200 hp. Why is Honda so advanced?

1992 Honda Prelude Si (Japanese Import) 2.2

Summary:

Great car but greedy on petrol

Faults:

The only fault I have had is that the coin tray broke.

The paint quality is poor. I have had to have it buffed twice while I have owned it. I am told red is a bad colour.

General Comments:

A very nice car to drive. Fast and comfortable.

The air conditioning system is particularly impressive.

Only disappointment is dire fuel consumption. Around town I get about 19 to the gallon which isn't funny.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th November, 2000

25th Feb 2004, 02:37

Dear JDM prelude owner.

Recently I purchased 93 JDM prelude 2.2 non VTEC. I would kindly ask for your advice regarding this car: where I can find specifications or other useful information about it.

Is it twin cam? SOHC or DOHC?..

Also I need distributor for this car (original was stolen). Will TD52U fit? Or I need only TD59U?

I will be grateful for your response.

My e-mail ezekas@yahoo.com.

Regards,

Egis.

1992 Honda Prelude VTEC 2.2 VTEC petrol

Faults:

Some b*****d ran his key down the length of the car. Otherwise nothing has gone wrong. Rock solid reliability if a FSH is maintained.

General Comments:

Pound for pound one of the best performing and most reliable motors available for realistic money. Prices lower now due to Jap imports, many of which are excellent (great specs too).

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd December, 1998

1992 Honda Prelude 2.3 injection petrol

Faults:

Battery, exhaust, windscreen wipers, tyres. All of them normal wear and tear.

General Comments:

Extremely comfortable car with the only extra missing being air conditioning. Suspension slightly hard but holds the road beautifully and becomes a much more comfortable ride in the higher speed areas.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th June, 1998

25th Mar 2004, 08:27

I don't know what year you drive, but I own a 1992 Prelude 4WS SI, with AC and all the works. Also the suspension is perfect.

1992 Honda Prelude SEi-4WS 2.0i petrol

Faults:

Nothing at all!

General Comments:

This model looks stunning in red with 16" alloys and rear spoiler. Not as quick for a 2.0 litre car. Excellent extras included such as AC, Power steering, Electrics...

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th June, 1998

3rd Jul 2002, 17:38

I have driven a Honda Prelude four wheel steering car only, but once. Ever since, I have been hooked on the performance. I loved the Prelude design and the red color so much, I went out and bought a red 1993 Honda Prelude VTEC. A whole heck of a lot of power!

13th Sep 2002, 08:42

The VTec is an astonishing machine, especially considering you can buy a 10 year old one (import) for £2000 in mint condition. Don't understand the various moans about fuel consumption. It is an incredibly efficient engine and if you keep it under 5000 revs it won't be that thirsty. However, if it bothers you that much why buy a 200BHP sports car in the first place?