1991 Dodge Colt vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Dodge Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Colt weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Colt | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Colt | Prelude |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |