1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 234 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 480 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
