1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | C70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |