1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 19 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) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
