1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
