1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Elantra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |