1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1184 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 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Honda Prelude 2007 Hyundai Terracan
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Prelude Terracan
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1829 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 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 97.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 978 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4720 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


 

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