1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 18 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Fuego |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |