1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
