1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 23 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 615 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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Honda Prelude 2010 Kia Venga
Make Honda Kia
Model Prelude Venga
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 17:01
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1710 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 48 L


 

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