1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Lupo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |