1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
