1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
