1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 638 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 X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | X670 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2815 mm |
