1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 24 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
