1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
