1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 17 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 568 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.
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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
