1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | T5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |