1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 198 kg more than 1995 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Jetta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |