1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
