1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |