1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 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 22 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 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 1990 Volvo 940. 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | 940 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |