1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 142 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | C30 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
