1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo. 1997 Renault Twingo 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. 1997 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
