1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2673 mm |