1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 397 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Prelude | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
