1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 14 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 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
