1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Kia Cerato is newer by 20 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Cerato |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 101 HP |
Torque | 156 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |