1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Laguna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |