1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Prelude |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |