1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 21 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
