1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 22 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
