1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 30 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 265 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.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | i20 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2525 mm |