3rd gen integra vs. 4th gen prelude, whats a better overall package? Options

[saleeka]

So today me and a bud we arguing back and forth over which car is a better overall package... i said the 4th gen prelude (92-96) because of the SI's 2.3 and its broad powerband, the 4WS model and its super sharp handling characteristics (sp), and of course the VETEC model and its hyper-output... My friend, on the other hand, insisted that the weight saved from the integra (94-01) would out-perform the prelude anyday and that there also was vetec in the GSR's, to in wich i said the prelude had WAY more torque... with aftermarket for these cars though, im unsure how the tide will fall. Next to the Type R integra, i think the Prelude still is superior, and since the type R is super rare its really not a true comparison... GSR VS VETEC I think the Prelude is nicer... and LS VS SI prelude hands down... so what do you all think?

This post has been edited by saleeka: Jan 19, 2005 - 2:59 AM

[Kwanza26]

Integra all the way. The ludes are simply too heavy (~3000 pounds). The H22 ludes are fast, but anything other than that, they're only OK. GSR and GS/LS Integras are relatively quick compared to the ludes both the H22A Vtec models and the H23 non-Vtec (not even gonna mention the F22 models). As for 4WS... it more than anything adds weight and causes problems. Overall, I personally feel, from a performance veiw, the Integra has a much better package. Don't do the torque argument either... cause that's not gonna fly too far... ;] THe Prelude would win if it had a better chassis and was lighter... but the Integra would win stock vs stock and mildly modded vs mildly modded. THe H22A is a better street engine than the B18C1... but the B18C1 can make a better track and racing engine.