1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 749 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Prelude | Charger |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |