By the time the 1993 model year appeared for the Honda Prelude, the sports coupe was waning in popularity, possibly due to the ascendancy of sport/utility vehicles, sedans and more powerful and slicker sports coupes. However, the 1993 Honda Preludeas with other model-entries of the car's penultimate generation of production (1992 to 1996)received favorable reviews for its handling, VTEC engine and dashboard layout. The 1993 Prelude is available in the base S and spruced-up Si trims.
Engine, Transmission and Fuel Economy
The 1993 Honda Prelude S comes with a 2.2-liter, 135-horsepower four-cylinder engine and 142 feet-pounds of torque, while the Si trim has a 2.4-liter, 162-horsepower four-cylinder engine with 160 feet-pounds of torque. A five-speed manual overdrive is the standard transmission, although there was a choice to get a Prelude with a four-speed automatic gearbox. The S trim gets around 23 to 24/30 to 31 miles per gallon of gas (mpg), while the fuel economy of the Si is slightly poorer at 22/26 mpg.
Safety Features
Driver airbags are standard on the 1993 Honda Prelude. The Si trim adds power door locks and ABS. Forget about getting a 1993 Prelude with other safety features such as vehicle anti-theft system, traction control or keyless entry.
Interior Features
The 1993 Honda Prelude is designed to seat a maximum of four people. Included as interior features are air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering, sunroof and a stereo system that includes a cassette player. Luxury elements such as leather upholstery, CD changers and multi-adjustable seatsespecially considering the sporty orientation of the carare absent.
Exterior Features
A two-door coupe, the S trim of the 1993 Honda Prelude rides on 14-inch steel wheels, while the Si version has 15-inch alloys. Power windows and rear window defoggers are standard on the vehicle, and some can be found with rear spoilers. Not made available are options such as fog lamps and automatic headlights.
Value
The 1993 Honda Prelude is a popular used car among driving enthusiasts looking for cheap sports rides to customize. Its original Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 1993 Prelude S was $17,400; for the Si, it was $20,400. As of 2010, the 1993 Honda Prelude can be purchased within a high-$4,000 to mid-$5,000 price range.
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