1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
