1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 569 kg more than 1983 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 Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |