1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Rexton |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |