1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 88 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |