2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
