1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 179 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Prelude | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
