1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 29 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Forte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
