1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Prelude | Neon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |