1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
