1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Renault 21 is newer by 9 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 32 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Renault 21. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 21 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
