1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, both 1984 Dodge 600 and 1984 Honda Prelude were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge 600 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | 600 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |