1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 649 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
