1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 129 kg more than 1995 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Caddy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.6 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |