1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 19 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 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 799 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | S80 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |