1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 84 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Prelude |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |