1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 530 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |