1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 339 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |