1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 13 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 405 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.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | S70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
