1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 2001 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Megane |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |