1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Prelude | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
