1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 19 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Prelude | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
