1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 27 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Symbol weights approximately 25 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2473 mm |
