1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 134 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1109 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
