1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 35 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 282 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
