1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Renault Floride 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Floride |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |