1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
