2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 147 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
