OVERVIEW
Designed to be an aggressive sports coupe with superior handling, the
Prelude is intended to appeal to drivers who will appreciate its high
level of performance and refinement. Specific areas of improvement
include enhanced handling, greater technical sophistication, more
storage and utility and enhanced safety.
The Prelude is available in two models: Prelude and Prelude Type SH. Both use the same 195-hp (190 hp on A/T model) DOHC VTEC engine with Honda-designed variable valve timing.
The Prelude Type SH also features an innovative Active Torque Transfer System that enhances handling precision.
SPORTS-COUPE STYLING
Stylistically, this latest Prelude is a classic coupe, with separate
engine, passenger and cargo areas. The car's strongly raked character
line and 16-inch wheels give it an aggressive stance. The front end
features large, distinctive free-form reflector headlights. They have
greater light output, beam width and range and also serve to
distinguish the Prelude from other cars on the road. A power-operated
moonroof is standard, as are alloy wheels. The Type SH version also
adds a rear spoiler.
ROOM
The interior is comfortable and exhibits typical Honda attention to
ergonomic details. Large, easy-to-read analog gauges sit in a pod,
directly in front of the driver.
A locking, full fold-down rear seatback increases the Prelude's cargo-carrying capacity and utility.
AFB SOUND SYSTEM
An innovative acoustic feedback stereo system actually samples the
speaker output and corrects for distortion. The result is improved
music response at all frequencies and listening levels. The system is
exclusive to Prelude in its class.
SECURITY SYSTEM
An Immobilizer security system with a special key incorporating a
digital security code greatly reduces the likelihood of the Prelude
being driven away by a thief.
The Prelude VTEC engine has extensive noise and vibration countermeasures in the exhaust and intake system, engine stiffeners, a cast-aluminum oil pan and internal components.
TRANSMISSIONS
4-speed automatic transmission with a Sequential SportShift is
available for the Prelude. Sequential SportShift allows the driver to
shift up and down through the gears sequentially, like a racing car
gearbox.
ACTIVE TORQUE TRANSFER SYSTEM
An innovative, Honda-developed handling system called Active Torque
Transfer System (ATIS) is standard on the Prelude Type SH. This
system actually redistributes power to the drive wheels, thereby
altering the Prelude's yaw (turning) rate. The result is responsive,
neutral handling characteristics when cornering.