1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 201 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
