1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
