1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 705 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Rexton |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |