1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 18 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
