1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude 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 50 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 188 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1983 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |