1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |