1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
