1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | 411 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |