1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Prelude | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |