1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude. 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Prelude | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2857 mm |
