1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
