1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati

To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Prelude 1996 Volkswagen Parati
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Prelude Parati
Year Released 1998 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2480 mm


 

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