1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 394 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 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | XC90 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |