1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 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 Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
