2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Prelude |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |