1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 25 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Caddy |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |