1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
