1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 6 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 960 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
