1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Prelude | Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2673 mm |