1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Opirus |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |