1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 25 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Accent |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |