1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | V50 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |