1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 980 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Retona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
