1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 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 97 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
