1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 612 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | S80 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |