1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |