1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1996 Honda Prelude and 1998 Hyundai Marcia are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Prelude | Marcia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |