1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Prelude | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
