1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | 240 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |