1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Honda Prelude | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Korando |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |