1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2002 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz.

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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Prelude 2002 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Prelude Getz
Year Released 1990 2002
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 61 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2460 mm


 

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