1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 12 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1973 Triumph Dolomite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
