1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1288 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 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 | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |