1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Rio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |
