1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 16 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 766 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
