1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 3 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, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 3 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Because 1985 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | 5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |