1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
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, 1990 Renault Clio (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Clio |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |