1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
