1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 719 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
