1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 251 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
