1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 93 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Shadow | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
