1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 629 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Stealth | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
