1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane. 1995 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
