1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 201 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
