1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 865 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |