1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Bora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
