1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
