1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
