1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 545 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
