1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 27 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 189 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2009 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Modus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
