1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
