1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 544 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Sonata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |