1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Prelude |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |