1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1417 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.
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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
