1992 Dodge Colt vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Dodge Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Colt. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Dodge Colt. 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Colt | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
