1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 16 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 214 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2604 mm |
