1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Safrane |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |