1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | X670 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2815 mm |