1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Jetta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |