1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 727 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Honda Prelude | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |