1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 26 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
