1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
