1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Prelude | Durango |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 2157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |