1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
