1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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 Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte 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 Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Forte |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |