1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1981 Volvo 240 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 1981 Volvo 240. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
