1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
