1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | 1600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |