1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Terracan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |