1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2835 mm |
