2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
