1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 173 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Prelude | Volare |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |