1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
