1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is newer by 2 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan weights approximately 64 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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2930 mm |
