1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 22 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 127 kg more 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Getz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
