1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1992 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | 21 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |