NoR4U

I'm in search of a new car to replace my R after it was stolen. I was looking into getting a used M3 but couldn't find one with the mileage and price range I wanted. Now I'm deciding between a '00 Prelude SH and '02 RSX-S. Just wanted you guys opinion on what I should get?

dustin

rsx

psychodog

If you're totally into performance, its obvious that you should be looking for a used Type R. If you're looking for a new car, then obviously you're only choice is the Type S, since both the Prelude and ITR are discontinued. If you definately narrowed your search to these two cars, then you should check out this head to head comparison test done by edmunds. (note: i dont know how the 150hp GTi wound up in 2nd place, but the stats are worth looking at). Based on everything I know about these 2 cars, the Type S is definately faster, while the Prelude SH is the better handler, and I believe this test confirms that since the S is faster straitline, but falls short on the track.

http://www.edmunds.com/reviews/compa...1/article.html

Joker

I agree!!! I actually looked at the RSX-S before I bought my Type R, and was faced with the same decision. As much as I liked the RSX-S, I ended up buying a used Type R, and I can't tell you how happy I have been ever since!!!

B00ST2nR

Prelude SH or RSX-S?

Thas a hard decision. I'd take the RSX-S tho.

Ideal R

It is really a hard decision.
If both cars are new, I think I will take Prelude.
But since you can't find any new Prelude anymore, I will go with RSX-S.

satan_srv

I wouldn't get a 2002 RSX-S. Their transmissions have a lot of 2nd gear grind problems and a bunch of other stuff you can find on clubrsx if you read up. Go 2003 if you really want one, they should have cleared the problems up with it.

I vote Prelude, but I don't know if you want the SH. ATTS is nice but unless you're tracking on a regular basis it's a useless feature. It adds weight, and cause power loss through the drivetrain (up to 10whp!). The base is faster and can pull the same times as a stock RSX-S despite the weight disadvantage. I think in the review article the Prelude would have placed higher if it wasn't so old in design.

The Prelude has a better stock suspension, and there's more aftermarket for it (at this point). Personally I would say get a 95 VTEC, but that's personal preference because of better gearing, larger injectors, a little less weight, and OBDI. But I guess you're looking for newer cars. Either way, any prelude over the 02 RSX-S.


[Modified by satan_srv, 10:55 PM 8/9/2002]

BananaCo

prelude IMO.

thk

Neither.

I wouldn't want another donor car

SoCal ITR

I think I would take a Prelude. Although parts are limited, at least it can be tuned.

funkijunki

TYPE R..or a hatch with a prelude motor

K1R

Get the RSX s.
6 speed
2.0 i-vtec

LiKe_WhOa!

i found my m3 on ebay after my R was stolen.
i it!

DC5-R

I like the DC5 I dont know about the Type S though...

But I'd consider a WRX and mod it...

ITR 2K

Try to find another R. IMO neither the RSX nor the SH can compare to the driving experience of the ITR. Before I bought the ITR, I was debating on the RSX, and the SH as well. I drove both vehicles, then drove the ITR, and neither one can compare.

4-1-1

RSX Type-S is the better all around driving car........