1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1970 Volvo 164 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 1970 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | 164 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
