1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 707 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Trajet |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |