1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 83 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.

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 @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Prelude 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Prelude Golf
Year Released 1992 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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