2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
