1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 26 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
