1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 240 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | 240 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |