1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 21 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2008 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
