1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 653 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | CC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
