1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 2012 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |
