1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 829 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |