1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. Both 1993 Honda Prelude and 1987 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
