1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 727 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
