1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 27 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 586 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Caddy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |