1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1404 mm |
