1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 576 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |