1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 945 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Kyron |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |