1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 1 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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 Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Spirit | Prelude |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |