1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 29 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2008 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Rio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |