1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
