1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 769 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 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Kyron |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |