1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 1 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 35 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.
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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
