1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
