1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Elantra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |