1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Atos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
