1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 608 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |