1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 21 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 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 501 kg more 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Caddy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |