1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1989 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 245 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
