1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | SP |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
