1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 588 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Passat |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |