1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 168 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |