1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 74 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
