1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |