1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Terracan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |