1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
