1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | C30 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |